Hope’s Heroes

Hero in Need

Moose Trax

At almost two years old, Moose Trax was brought to our shelter by his owners. His left rear leg was badly broken and they could not afford veterinary care. After evaluation, it was discovered that the leg, left untreated for too long, was beyond repair and required amputation. Moose Trax is doing remarkably well. This resilient boy is learning to walk again and is a spirited pup who doesn’t see any hurdles in his path.

Thank you for giving Moose Trax a second chance!

It’s All About “Hope”

Hope’s Heroes provide for dogs, cats, and other animals who come to our shelter with very special needs. Your Hope’s Hero gift covers the extra care and medical expenses for these animals—including comprehensive medical tests, surgery, medication, and rehabilitation. Thanks to you, these “special Friends” can get back on the road to good health so that we can place them with forever families.

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The Original Hope

Name: Hope

Story: Hope is the spokes-dog for Hope’s Heroes. Rescued from a cat-hoarding home in Dearborn, this beautiful, brown-eyed girl had obviously not been treated by a veterinarian for some time. Upon evaluation, we discovered she had a mouth full of rotten teeth, multiple tumors, and enlarged lymph glands. After numerous dental procedures, surgeries, and medication maintenance, Hope recovered wonderfully. At the age of 11, she was adopted by her forever family and lived out her life at peace.

Sunshine 2014

Name: Sunshine

Story: A local resident found one-year-old Sunshine running at large with a collar on. Unfortunately the collar was deeply embedded, and had been around her neck so long that it caused an open wound several inches deep. The wound was so severe that she was immediately taken to emergency care. Sunshine remained under veterinary watch for over a month to ensure the gash would heal properly. After full recovery, she went home with her forever family. Sunshine thanks you for brightening her life!

Diva 2014

Name: Diva

Story: When one-year-old Diva came to our shelter, we noticed it was painful for her to walk. After evaluation, we discovered she had a previous fracture to her femoral head (part of the hip joint that connects her pelvis to her rear leg). Left untreated, adhesions formed, leaving her leg almost useless. Diva underwent multiple rounds of surgery to remove the adhesions, followed by rehabilitation therapy. Throughout she was one determined Diva. Her new Dad reports that she is doing amazingly well. Thank you for giving Diva a leg up on life!

Woody 2014

Name: Woody

Story: Tiny one-year-old Woody came to us with a severely broken front leg. His bones were so delicate that they were set several times and he wore a cast for over two months. Eventually, the leg just wouldn’t heal and amputation was necessary. Woody’s new Mama says it doesn’t matter. This mighty mite charges around and is as frisky as can be; he’ll literally leap into your arms. Woody thanks you for his newly wonderful life!

Vada 2014

Name: Vada

Story: Teensy Vada was found as a stray at just one-week-old. So delicate, she required months of extra special care, including bottle feeding and multiple series of antibiotics. Eventually Vada was “adopted” by a shelter Mama cat named Ada who continued to work magic on this wee one. Thanks to you, Vada grew strong and flourished. She went home in time for the holidays.

Teddy 2014

Name: Teddy

Story: Sometimes they need a teensy bit of help from us! At just two pounds, tiny Teddy was underweight for a seven-month-old. He also suffered from malnutrition. A special diet, dental treatments, and some extra TLC in foster care was the prescription. Thanks to your hopeful heart, Teddy was soon in tip-top shape.

Dot 2014

Name: Dot

Story: One-year-old Dot hoped for a life free of heartworm. Heartworm is easily preventable, but, unfortunately, we shelter many strays who suffer from the disease. Without treatment, heartworm is deadly. Heartworm treatment is lengthy and expensive, but Dot rested quietly in foster care until her heart was fully healed. In July she found her forever family. Thank you for healing Dot’s heart!

Little Stevie 2013

Name: Little Stevie Wonder

Story: Little Stevie was brought to the shelter by a caring member of the community. His beautiful blue eyes were extremely cloudy, so we feared he was blind. Our vet friends diagnosed him with corneal edema caused by a virus. Ophthalmic ointment and a rigorous series of drops ultimately increased his sight by 100%. Following foster care, Little Stevie found his forever home in November. He thanks you for bringing light to his life!

Jack Frost 2013

Name: Jack Frost

Story: This spunky 6-year-old Bichon came to us with a nearly ruptured cornea caused by untreated glaucoma. The only option was eye removal. Following surgery, he recovered in foster care with special therapeutic assistance to adapt to his new condition. With your help, Jack has a new way of looking at the world!

Bartholemeow 2013

Name: Bartholemeow

Story:We believe that Bart was hit by a car (given the road rash along his side), which then ran over his tail. His tail was so damaged, it required amputation. After surgery, Bart flourished. According to our animal evaluator Courtney, “He seemed so relieved to essentially have ‘dead weight’ removed.” This “love drooler” found his forever family just in time for the holidays!

Victory 2013

Name: Victory

Story: Because of a birth defect, Victory’s front legs were severely malformed—measuring only a few inches with no actual paws. It was our goal to make Victory’s life as comfortable and mobile as possible. This gutsy girl was provided with a specially designed mobility cart and other orthopedic equipment to maximize her quality of life. Victory was ultimately adopted by FFDAS Executive Director Elaine Greene, and epitomizes daily that she is a truly a heroic spirit!

Meyo 2013

Name: Meyo

Story: Two-year-old Meyo came to our shelter and tested positive for heartworm. A serious disease, heartworm can be fatal. Other shelters might not go the extra mile to treat heartworm, but the Friends will! Meyo received veterinary care for several months, and recuperated in foster care because his activity level had to be limited. He found his forever family in September, and thanks you for helping to heal his heart!

Rusty 2012

Name: Rusty

Story: Rusty came to the shelter after being hit by a car. Because his lacerations were so deep, he underwent daily treatment for several months so the wounds could ultimately heal enough to be surgically closed. Even in the most extreme cases, caring for an injured boy like Rusty is made possible because of you, our Hope’s Heroes!

Lexi 2012

Name: Lexi

Story: Little Lexi was found as a stray along with another dog: a boy. Apparently they were young parents-to-be since Lexi was pregnant. While being fostered, Lexi gave birth to four babies. Caring for rescues from birth to adoption is a challenge that we can achieve thanks to you, our Hope’s Heroes!

Loki 2012

Name: Loki

Story: Six-month-old Loki had the heart of a champion in a little broken body. We thought she had a fractured leg, but after thorough evaluation, it was determined she had extensive damage to her pelvis, including a dislocated hip. Loki successfully came through surgery, and according to her veterinarian, “It’s astounding that she is doing as well as she is—that she can move her bowels and have this much mobility. She is a trooper!”

Noah 2011

Name: Noah

Story: At just 8 weeks old, Noah had been through quite a journey. This little buddy’s tiny paw had been caught in a rat trap and severely mangled. X-rays revealed that his leg needed to be amputated. Following surgery, Noah immediately went into foster care for recuperation. According to his foster mom, “The same day we brought Noah home, he was already up and about and eating.”

Sarabi 2011

Name: Sarabi

Story: Sarabi’s tiny face was covered with bite wounds (possibly from another dog), and so swollen that her right eye was entirely shut. After her face was shaved and cleaned, a drain tube was inserted to allow all infection to escape, and was started on IV fluids. A week later, the drain tube was removed, and the swelling had diminished. The best news was that her eye had opened, with no lasting damage. This puppy never gave up!

Batman 2011

Name: Batman

Story: Four-month-old Batman saw seen quite a few doctors in his short life because of an injured back leg. Batman visited several vets, had multiple X-rays, and was diagnosed with soft-tissue damage. Doctors thought the leg might require amputation, or major surgery. Miraculously the little hero’s knee had healed on its own. Diagnosis: No worries about arthritis or other problems in the future!

Jezebel 2011

Name: Jezebel

Story: Eight-week-old Jezebel’s life got off to a wobbly start. She had a dislocated knee that was severely damaged. After multiple X-rays, and vet visits, it was decided her leg needed to be amputated. That did not stall her little spirit. She is the most loving girl, who snuggles under your chin and gives kitty kisses very generously.

Tweety 2011

Name: Tweety 2011

Story: Tweety had serious and recurring upper respiratory problems that eventually settled in her eyes. Over time, her right eye developed extensive scar tissue. At first, we thought her eye might have to be removed. The good news is that ophthalmic drops provided the comfort she needed. Tweety adapted to her new “lifestyle” by using her whiskers and developing her other senses.